Oncology Hospitalist
Yale New Haven Health · New Haven, CT
Posted October 18, 2026
Yale New Haven Hospital · 20 York St, New Haven, CT, US, 06510
- Pay: $132.13 – $219.95 per hour (about $275K – $457K per year at 40 hours/week)
- Employment: Full Time Benefits Eligible, 7 on & 7 off, 11 hour shifts, 7a-6p hours/week (Days)
- Location: Yale New Haven Hospital
- Yale New Haven Health Job ID: 89384
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the Yale New Haven Health System Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Yale New Haven Health, Connecticut’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, invites physicians to join the established Oncology Hospitalist Service at Smilow Cancer Hospital, a nationally recognized leader in cancer care.
As an Oncology Hospitalist, you will play a vital role in the care of hospitalized oncology patients, providing comprehensive medical management throughout the inpatient stay. Responsibilities include emergency evaluation and triage, hospital admissions, diagnostic assessment, development of evidence-based treatment plans, and coordination of care across multidisciplinary teams.
Successful candidates will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, and the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, primary care providers, oncology specialists, consulting physicians, and other members of the healthcare team.
In addition to patient care responsibilities, physicians will contribute to the education and mentorship of residents, medical students, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other clinical staff. The Oncology Hospitalist plays a key role in ensuring safe transitions of care, supporting patients from admission through discharge while maintaining a focus on quality, safety, service excellence, and patient satisfaction.
Physicians are encouraged to participate in hospital and departmental committees and other leadership opportunities that support the ongoing advancement of patient care and clinical excellence.
We welcome applications from board-certified or board-eligible physicians trained in:
- Internal Medicine
- Hematology/Oncology
- Palliative Care
Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional cancer care at one of the nation’s leading academic health systems.
Why Choose Yale New Haven Health?
Excellent work environment – Flexible schedules to ensure work-life balance. Keeping the patient at the center of everything we do, we focus on improving clinical care, outcomes, patient satisfaction, safety, value, clinical research, and education. Our efforts reach beyond the walls of our hospitals to care for our communities, too.
Career Advancement – Unlock your potential and embrace exciting opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within our esteemed healthcare system!
Compensation Package – Enjoy an enhanced compensation package. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career where you can make a real difference, we want you on our team.
Relocation Assistance – We recognize how vital a smooth transition is, and with our relocation assistance, your journey can be seamless.
Benefits- Competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Pension plan matched tax-sheltered annuity plan and Roth contributions.
Employment Perks - Employee wellness initiatives and support programs. Professional development and continuing education opportunities. Yale New Haven Health includes Yale New Haven, Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial, and Westerly hospitals; several specialty networks; and Northeast Medical Group, a physician-led multi-specialty group with over 1,000 physicians. Intriguing cities with something for everyone, whether you love arts, history, parks or delicious food.
Education
- M.D. or D.O., with completion of an ACGME – accredited Internal Medicine Residency.
- Board-Eligible or Board-Certified in Internal Medicine.
- Hematology-Oncology or Palliative Care training is welcomed but not necessary.
- Must obtain attending medical staff privileges at respective YNHHS entity.
Licensure
- Hold a valid Connecticut medical license,
- Connecticut Controlled Substance Registration and
- Federal Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Certification.
Education
- M.D. or D.O., with completion of an ACGME – accredited Internal Medicine Residency.
- Board-Eligible or Board-Certified in Internal Medicine.
- Hematology-Oncology or Palliative Care training is welcomed but not necessary.
- Must obtain attending medical staff privileges at respective YNHHS entity.
Licensure
- Hold a valid Connecticut medical license,
- Connecticut Controlled Substance Registration and
- Federal Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Certification.
Employer
Yale New Haven Health
Yale New Haven Health is Connecticut's leading integrated health system, with hospitals and care sites across Connecticut, Westerly, Rhode Island and Westchester County, New York. Its mission is to provide high-quality, patient-centered care, guided by the values of integrity, patient-centeredness, respect, accountability and compassion.
The Yale New Haven Health system:
- Yale New Haven Hospital, including the Saint Raphael Campus and Smilow Cancer Hospital, the primary teaching hospital for the Yale School of Medicine
- Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial (New London) and Westerly hospitals
- Northeast Medical Group, a physician-led multispecialty group with more than 1,000 physicians and over 130 community practices in Connecticut, Rhode Island and Westchester County
Why physicians and advanced practice providers choose Yale New Haven Health:
- The resources of an academic health system, with close ties to Yale School of Medicine specialists and programs
- Published pay ranges on every position, with signing bonuses, student loan assistance, and wRVU and quality incentives on many roles
- Relocation assistance, comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, and a pension plan with matched tax-sheltered annuity and Roth options
- Flexible schedules, professional development and continuing education, and employee wellness programs
- Coastal New England living from New Haven and Fairfield County to the shoreline towns of southeastern Connecticut and Rhode Island